Description

General Summary:

The assistant golf course superintendent reports directly to the golf course superintendent. Under the superintendent's supervision, the assistant superintendent directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course tees, greens, fairways, and cart paths; supervises the maintenance and repair of motorized and other mechanical equipment; and does related work as required. The assistant superintendent may serve in the superintendent's capacity during his/her absence.

Primary Responsibilities: (other duties may be assigned)

The assistant golf course superintendent:

• Assists in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees and fairways; schedules work and supervises the employees and the use of the equipment.

• Instructs equipment operators on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment; supervises chemical applications and/or operates and calibrates chemical application equipment; supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of pumps, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems.

• Assists in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety, personnel discipline and may also modify the daily work schedule based on professional interpretation.

Employment standards:

• Working knowledge of the maintenance of golf course tees, fairways, greens; the seeding and maintenance practices for golf course turf; the planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees; the characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners; herbicides and pest control methods and materials; drainage control methods; and irrigation system, including wells, pumps and automatic controls.

• Ability to schedule and supervise maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment; to prepare clear and concise reports; and to maintain effective employee and public relations.

• Assistant Superintendent Employees may be required to work more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the job.

• Possession of a valid driver's license.

• May require current state certification or licensing as a chemical applicator.

• First aid/AED certification.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in golf course maintenance or related field.

• Strong understanding of turf grass management and irrigation systems.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Ability to work outdoors and perform physical tasks.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.